New group program aims to help brain injury survivors rejoin social life
NCT ID NCT07549997
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 19, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests a 12-session group program called ENGAGE-TBI for adults who had a traumatic brain injury (TBI) at least 6 months ago. The program, led by an occupational therapist and a TBI survivor, focuses on social skills and problem-solving. Researchers want to see if it's practical and satisfying for participants, with 30 people from the St. Louis area.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- ENGAGE-TBI community-based group intervention
- What this could lead to
- If this program works, it could help TBI survivors feel more connected and active in their communities.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very early feasibility study with only 30 people, so it may not show clear benefits or work for everyone. The program requires time and commitment, which might be challenging for some.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Phase 1
The first testing in people. Mainly checks safety and dose, usually in a small group.
- Participants
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About 30 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Aug 2026
- Expected to finish
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Apr 2028
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * at least 18 years old * experienced a TBI \> 6 months prior to enrollment, confirmed by a physician as documented in their medical record * live in the St. Louis area * report problems with social participation (retention of \< 80% of pre-TBI social activities as measured by Activity Card Sort) Exclusion Criteria: * insufficient English language fluency to participate in the group intervention * have active substance use disorder (PRIME-MD MINI) * have an untreated psychotic disorder (PRIME-MD MINI) * have severe memory impairment that would limit their ability to recall strategies with support (Montreal Cognitive Assessment, \< 21)
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Washington University School of Medicine
RECRUITINGSt Louis, Missouri, 63110, United States
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